remelt; recast; retrain; rework
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesverb
to remelt; to recast (metal); to process again
Literal meaning for metals; can be metaphorically extended to other materials or abstract processes.
These scrap steel materials need to be remelted and recast.
All substandard products are sent back to the production line for reprocessing.
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The factory remelts recycled aluminum cans into aluminum ingots.
verb
to retrain; to re-educate; to go through the process again
Metaphorical usage, common in educational or professional contexts.
The candidate who failed the exam decided to retrain and take extra classes, preparing to try again next year.
The company arranged for veteran employees to be retrained in new management skills.
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This dish didn't turn out well; I need to go back and review the recipe again.
verb
to reheat; to toast again (e.g., baked goods)
Specific to reheating baked goods to restore crispness or warmth.
The sesame cakes bought in the morning have gone cold; put them in the oven to reheat.
The bread is no longer crispy; it needs to be toasted again for five minutes.